Respiratory Complications After Laparoscopic Surgery

Respiratory Complications After Laparoscopic Surgery

The purpose of this study is to describe the magnitude of respiratory complications after laparoscopic hysterectomy and cholecystectomy.

The purpose of this study is to describe change in pulmonary function and incidence of respiratory complications after laparoscopic surgery.

The investigators will include 60 women scheduled for laparoscopic hysterectomy or cholecystectomy. The investigators will measure the pulmonary function by different methods during and for 2 hours after surgery. Moreover, the incidence of respiratory complications including pneumonia, respiratory failure and radiologically verified atelectasis will be registered.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women
• > 45 years old
• Scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy or laparoscopic hysterectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Weight < 50 kg
• Pregnant or nursing
• Cardiac failure
• Renal failure
• Inability to breath through a facial mask
• Inability to give informed consent
• Inability to keep arterial oxygen saturation above 90% without supplemental oxygen